CARFAX Vehicle History Report - LOTUS ELAN

Vehicle History Report

Report created on: 2026-07-21 at 23:55:25

1967 LOTUS ELAN

Vehicle reference:

AOW118

Color:

red

Gearbox type:

Manual

Engine size:

1588 cm³

Fuel type:

Petrol

Combustion engine power:

85 kW / 116 hp

Drive:

2-wheel

Quick check

Mileage

The reported odometer readings have a logical progression.

Stolen

Not reported stolen

Identity check

Not reported scrapped

Import

Not a private import

Taxi

Not used as taxi

Legend

No issues reported or indicated

Valuable Information

Requires attention

Data unavailable

Damage overview

Our data shows no damage or accident records for this vehicle.

Keep in mind CARFAX only reflects information that's been reported to us. While having no reported damage is a positive sign, it's still important to take a close look at the vehicle during your test-drive:

Small details can sometimes hint at past repairs. Keep an eye out for paint inconsistencies or uneven panels.
Don't hesitate to ask the seller for additional details or service documentation.

Recommended maintenance

Default schedule Provided by CARFAX Europe

Vehicle age 58 years, 11 months

Routine maintenance is essential for preserving a vehicle’s reliability.

These service tasks are expected based on the vehicle age. Verify if they were completed.

Before buying, ask the seller:

Are service records available?
Were the following services performed?

Engine oil and oil filter Change every year

due 58 times

Brake fluid Change every 2 years

due 29 times

Timing belt Change every 200 000 km

due 3 times

Spark plugs Change every 100 000 km

due 6 times

Before buying, confirm whether:

Any of the upcoming maintenance tasks are already completed.
You've accounted for related costs in your future budget.

Brake discs and pads Inspect yearly, replace as needed

Tires Inspect yearly, replace as needed

CARFAX tips

Keeping up with scheduled servicing is a strong indicator that the vehicle has been well cared for and is in good overall condition.

Mileage Check

Date

Mileage

No issues indicated: The reported odometer readings have a logical progression. There are no indications of manipulation. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee this, so we always recommend critically questioning the odometer readings, e.g. on signs of wear, the number of oil changes, or the average kilometers driven per year.

Technical details

Fuel type: Petrol
Combustion engine power: 85 kW / 116 hp

Curb weight: 770 kg
Gross vehicle weight: 770 kg

Length: 3 700 mm
Width: 1 430 mm

European vehicle category: M1
Number of doors: 2

History information

Date

Mileage

Event

1967-08-01

Registered in Sweden

1977-02-22

New owner reported

Owner type: private individual

1979-04-27

New owner reported

Owner type: private individual

1986-05-26

New owner reported

Owner type: private individual

2000-08-24

64 296 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

2002-09-08

65 696 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

2005-05-31

66 569 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

2007-05-24

68 196 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

2009-05-28

69 352 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

2011-05-26

70 367 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

2013-05-23

71 398 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

2015-05-29

71 994 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

2017-05-15

72 857 km

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection valid until 2019-05-31

2023-03-25

Vehicle insured

2023-03-25

New owner reported

Owner type: private individual

For this Vehicle History Report, we searched over 40 billion records from more than 30 European countries, the USA, and Canada.

1967-08-01

Registered in Sweden

1977-02-22

New owner reported

Owner type: private individual

1979-04-27

New owner reported

Owner type: private individual

1986-05-26

New owner reported

Owner type: private individual

2000-08-24

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

64 296 km

2002-09-08

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

65 696 km

2005-05-31

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

66 569 km

2007-05-24

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

68 196 km

2009-05-28

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

69 352 km

2011-05-26

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection passed

70 367 km

2013-05-23

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

71 398 km

2015-05-29

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

71 994 km

2017-05-15

Inspected in Sweden

Inspection type: regular

Inspection valid until 2019-05-31

72 857 km

2023-03-25

Vehicle insured

2023-03-25

New owner reported

Owner type: private individual

For this Vehicle History Report, we searched over 40 billion records from more than 30 European countries, the USA, and Canada.

Carfax glossary

Model year: This term is defined by the manufacturer but it is typically the year the vehicle is built. If the model year does not appear on the CARFAX report, it is because the manufacturer did not include this information in the VIN. Model year can normally be determined by the vehicle age.

Number of records: A CARFAX record refers to a specific incidence and date in the history of the vehicle. Please note that the history of younger vehicles tends to have fewer entries. CARFAX continuously works on getting more data sources and historical information in order to enrich the report

Quick check: A snapshot of the information CARFAX has abstracted from our extensive database to determine whether a vehicle has been reported stolen, reported scrapped, publicly imported or ever used for non-personal purposes. This summary is based upon all the information supplied to CARFAX from various sources. Additional information about this vehicle, including these potential problems, may exist and may not have been reported to CARFAX.

Vehicle reference: User-provided value to identify the vehicle during the CARFAX Vehicle History Report retrieval process and to confirm vehicle identity on the report itself.

How to use this report

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